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Mettams Pool rockpool and snorkel morning

Explore the reef-protected lagoon at Mettams Pool, near Trigg, with masks and snorkels and a rockpool ramble.

Ages 5–12best for 7–12
Half dayabout 20 mins of prep
Prepare days aheadplan below
Freenothing to buy
Beach or riveron a hot day
Adult-ledlow mess

Plan it

Good planning makes a good day. Tick things off as you go.

1Days before

Check masks fit; practise in the bath or pool.

2Day before

Check the forecast for a calm, low-swell morning.

3On the day

Arrive early for parking at the Mettams Pool car park off West Coast Drive.

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You'll need

From home

Swimmers
towels
sunscreen
hats
water
snacks

To buy

Kids' masks and snorkels
rash vests
a fish ID card

🪄 Wizard's tip

Practise with masks in the bath first. Kids who've tried it at home relax in the water.

How to do it

Arrive early on a calm morning.
Practise with masks in the shallows.
Snorkel inside the reef only.
Spot and tick off fish.
Pack up before the sea breeze arrives.

Younger kids: Paddle in the shallows with a mask and look for fish from the edge.

Older kids: Snorkel the calm lagoon and keep a fish-spotting list.

⚠ Safety Mettams Pool isn't patrolled by lifesavers. Stay inside the reef; there's a strong surge on the outer reef. Adults in the water with kids at all times.

Builds Nature connectionConfidenceHealthy risk-taking

Clean-up 15 minutes.

Make it a bigger day Follow with fish and chips and the playground.

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